FSU College of Social Work Dean Search 2026

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Florida State University (FSU) invites nominations, expressions of interest, and applications for the position of Dean in the College of Social Work. The University seeks a dynamic and passionate leader and scholar who will advance social work research and support the College's mission of preparing professionals who enhance human well-being.

The University has retained WittKieffer to assist with this national search.

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Alejandra Gillette-Teran and Bree Liddell at FSUSocialWorkDean@wittkieffer.com

Dean Search Open Forum

The national search for the next Dean of FSU’s College of Social Work has reached the campus interview stage. Over the next few weeks, starting on April 23, finalists will visit the FSU campus for formal interviews. We look forward to welcoming the campus community to on-campus, in-person open forums with the finalists for the Dean role.

Finalist names will be shared publicly approximately 24 hours prior to the start of on‑campus interviews. Candidate materials, including a feedback survey, will be available on this web page at that time. Details regarding the open forum times and locations are below.

Your insight and involvement are vital to this important decision. To support meaningful dialogue and active engagement, in‑person attendance is strongly encouraged. For questions, please contact Amy Espinosa at: amy.espinosa@fsu.edu.

April 23, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET

  •  Location: Turnbull Conference Center (555 W. Pensacola Street), Room 103 
  • Parking Information: Parking is available in the St. Augustine Parking Garage attached to the Turnbull Conference Center for all attendees. 
  • Attend remotely via Zoom. (Registration required.)

April 30, 2026 | 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET

  • Location: University Center B (288 Champions Way), Visitor's Center Auditorium
  • Parking Information: Parking lots are allotted for FSU faculty, staff and students. Visitor parking is available in the Visitors Lot (289 Champions Way).
  • Attend remotely via Zoom. (Registration required.)

Committee Meetings

Search Committee:

Search Committee Chair:

  • Dr. Tim Chapin, Dean, College of Social Sciences and Public Policy

Search Committee Members:

  • Fran Gomory, Director of MSW Program, College of Social Work Faculty
  • Jessica Greil-Burkhart, Chair of Academic Affairs Subcommittee, College of Social Work Faculty
  • Nan Hillis, University Patron and Donor
  • Beth Hodges, Director of Research, Office of Vice President of Research
  • Shalay Jackson, Associate Teaching Professor, Field Subcommittee Member, College of Social Work
  • Paige McKay Kubik, Director of Development, College of Social Work, FSU Foundation
  • Jeff Lickson, Advisory Council, Stoops Center for Communities, Families, and Children    
  • Lisa Magruder, Director, Florida Institute for Child Welfare
  • Keithen Mathis, Associate Dean for Culture and Community Engagement, College of Social Work
  • John Moore, Assistant Professor, Academic Affairs Committee Member and BSW Subcommittee Member, College of Social Work
  • Yaacov Petscher, Associate Dean for Research, College of Social Work
  • Melissa Radey, Professor and Agnes Flaherty Stoops Professor in Child Welfare, College of Social Work
  • Tanya Renn, Associate Professor, Faculty Affairs Committee Member, Research Committee Chair, College of Social Work
  • Malica Segura, Associate Director of Finance and Administration, University Business Administrators, College of Social Work
  • Lauren Stanley, Research Faculty, College of Social Work
  • Tawanna Williams, Program Manager - Field Education Office, College of Social Work

For questions about the search or to request an accommodation, contact Human Resources Administrator Amy Espinosa at amy.espinosa@fsu.edu.

Monday, April 20, 2026 - 04:10 PM
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